The Spring Magnificent Mile Art Festival 2027

The Magnificent Mile Art Festival showcases the original art of approximately 60 artists in the plaza and sidewalks of 875 North Michigan Avenue in Chicago. This free public event is hosted by 875 North Michigan Avenue and The Magnificent Mile Association. The Magnificent Mile is Chicago's world-renowned upscale shopping area with luxury stores, boutiques, residences, and offices that attract tourists, residents, and area professionals daily. Area residents have an average household net worth over $790,000, with 38% holding graduate degrees or higher.

Exhibitor spaces are available in two sizes: 11' wide by 10' deep ($975) and 20' wide by 10' deep ($1,925), with spaces to be contained within assigned boundaries. Artists keep all sales income from the show. Load-in is available Friday evening and Saturday morning with dolly access to spaces. Amdur Productions staff provides on-site support throughout the festival, including booth sitting assistance and optional equipment rentals (tents, tables, chairs, pro-panel walls, and setup/takedown help). Overnight security is provided. Awards are bestowed at the festival.

Application deadline is January 18, 2027. Notifications of acceptance are sent February 18, 2027. Registration forms and show fees are due by March 18, 2027. Late applications are accepted after January 18 with additional fees applying after March 19. Refunds are available until April 1, 2027 (less $50 processing fee). All artwork must be original work created by the accepted artist(s). Artists must be present during all festival hours. White tents only; all tables must be skirted to the ground. Discount signs and ribbons from other shows are not permitted.